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Are NFTs an Implicit Backdoor Adoption to Crypto?
31.3.2021
Bird Keeper by JUNG. Marie Tatibouet is the Chief Marketing Officer at crypto exchange Gate.io.
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While it took around twelve years for crypto to reach the “early majority” stage in the tech adoption curve, non-fungible token (NFT) adoption is moving much faster. NFTs are bringing crypto...
[aktualita] Některé síťové prvky Zyxel obsahují backdoor, firma vyzvala k aktualizaci firmwaru
4.1.2021
AP Controllery a firewally firmy Zyxel obsahují závažnou bezpečnostní chybu (CVE-2020–29583). Bezpečnostní experti z nizozemské firmy Eye Control zjistili, že některé modely používané zejména ve firemním prostředí mají ve firmwaru nastavená tzv. zadní vrátka (backdoor). Konkrétně jde o účet...
Diginex Moves Closer to Backdoor Nasdaq Listing With Merger Approval
16.9.2020
The blockchain services firm is officially merging with publicly traded 8i Enterprises Acquisition Corp., a key part of its plan for a "backdoor" listing
This Researcher Says Bitcoin’s Elliptic Curve Could Have a Secret Backdoor
1.7.2020
According to one of the world’s leading cryptographers, Bitcoin’s elliptic curve could have a secret backdoor, invalidating all underlying security
US Senators Introduce ‘Lawful Access to Encrypted Data Act’ — With Backdoor Mandate
25.6.2020
US lawmakers have introduced the Lawful Access to Encrypted Data Act to ensure law enforcement can access encrypted information. This bill is “a full-frontal nuclear assault on encryption in the United States,” one expert says. It requires manufacturers of encrypted devices...
New Bill to Outlaw Encryption Without Gov’t Backdoor in US Senate
24.6.2020
A bill that would outlaw end-to-end encryption for technology companies was proposed by three Republican senators; meanwhile, Ava and Cardano would not yield
Encryption Standards Threatened Under Pretext of Battling Coronavirus
22.3.2020
Governments around the world have been trying for some time to bypass encryption and backdoor messaging apps. End-to-end encryption was preventing authorities from stopping terrorist attacks, we were told, and personal privacy had to be sacrificed for the greater good. Now, as the coronavirus...
Crypto, Encryption, and the Quest for a Secure Messaging App
7.3.2020
How confidential is our conversation? This question has come to the fore in recent months, driven by a flurry of news stories detailing the weakening of encrypted messenger apps at the behest of law enforcement. A concerted effort on the part of the state to backdoor messaging apps and spy on...
A Sea Change to Crypto Hits America, Again
1.3.2020
A sea change is coming to cryptocurrency in America. It is likely to hit in two separate waves: a central bank digital currency (CBDC) and draconian regulation that shuts down free-market activities, including development. Also Read: No Backdoor on Human Rights: Why Encryption Cannot Be Compromised...
Diginex Steps Closer to Backdoor Nasdaq Listing as SEC Approves Merger
25.2.2020
Diginex aims to merge with publicly traded firm 8i Enterprises, clearing the path for a backdoor listing on Nasdaq
No Backdoor on Human Rights: Why Encryption Cannot Be Compromised
23.2.2020
In April 2019, the UK issued an Online Harms White Paper to announce its campaign to rein in “harmful speech” on social media sites such as Facebook and TikTok. The public consultation period has ended and a full consultation response is expected in Spring 2020. (Initial Consultation...
Huobi Plans Backdoor IPO Attempt in Hong Kong, Document Suggests
12.9.2019
A filing with the Hong Kong Stock Exchange backs up earlier suggestions that Huobi seeks to go public through a firm acquired in 2018
Crypto Is Part of Free Speech, and Free Speech Is Everything
29.7.2019
On July 23, U.S. Attorney General William Barr gave a speech demanding big players in the tech industry work with government agencies in providing backdoor entry points for encrypted devices and software. Per his reasoning, certain devices and messaging services pose a safety threat by providing...
Latest Hack Sparks Concern Whatsapp Will Never Be Secure
20.5.2019
Facebook’s popular messaging app with 1.5 billion users in over 180 countries has another major vulnerability. Hackers were able to covertly install spyware on iOS and Android smartphones using Whatsapp with just a phone call. “All of their security issues are conveniently suitable...
Naše zařízení nemají zadní vrátka, popřel Huawei tvrzení Bloombergu
2.5.2019
Agentura Bloomberg v úterý 30. dubna informovala o bezpečnostních chybách, které u zařízení Huaweie objevila britská telekomunikační společnost Vodafone před sedmi lety. Zranitelnost prý v zařízení přetrvala i po roce 2012. Huawei tvrzení agentury odmítá, ohradil se proti němu i Vodafone.Další...
[aktualita] Italský Vodafone podle Bloombergu objevil backdoor Huawei, operátor to ale popřel
30.4.2019
Agentura Bloomberg zveřejnila zprávu, že italská pobočka Vodafonu v letech 2011 a 2012 objevila v softwaru síťových zařízení Huawei skrytá zadní vrátka (backdoor). Podle agentury se problém týkal vybavení dodaného jeho italské pobočce. Backdoor podle Bloombergu mohl sloužit k nepovolenému přístupu...